Reflections: Kenneth Clarke

Update: 2024-10-16

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The former Chancellor and Home Secretary Lord Clarke speaks to James Naughtie about his 50-year career at the top of British politics. They discuss his rows with Margaret Thatcher, his passion for Europe, how the country has changed during his life, and whether he ever regrets not getting the top job.

Producer: Daniel Kraemer.

This episode was first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on 26 July 2023

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